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D.S. & Durga Jazmin Yucatan fragrance
D.S. & Durga

D.S. & Durga Jazmin Yucatan

EDP Unisex · 2020 · by David Seth Moltz
6.6 /10

D.S. & Durga Jazmin Yucatan scores 7/10 for longevity and performs best in Extreme Heat conditions.

Best in Extreme Heat 7/10 longevity
From USD 150–250From EUR 138–230From GBP 119–198From PKR 25,000–40,000From AED 500–800From INR 12,450–20,750From SAR 563–938
7 Longevity
6 Sillage
7 Versatility
6 Value
6.8 Climate Avg

Fragrance Notes

Aquatic Tropical Floral Woody
Fragrance Note PyramidTOP NOTES0–30 min1Water notes2Passionfru…3BergamotHEART NOTES30–120 min1Jasmine2Opoponax3CloveBASE NOTES2h+1Snake Plant2Vetiver3Labdanum
Top Notes — first impression, 0–30 min

Heart Notes — the core, 30 min – 2 hrs

Base Notes — the foundation, 2 hrs+
Accord ProfileAquaticTropicalFloralWoodyGreenACCORDPROFILE

Occasions & Seasons

Best For
Daily Casual Spring/Summer Events
Seasons
Summer Spring

Climate Performance

Avg 6.8 / 10
Extreme Heat
9/10
Excellent
45°C and above
Riyadh, Jacobabad, Kuwait City, Phoenix
Hot & Humid
8/10
Excellent
Around 35°C with high humidity
Dubai, Karachi, Mumbai, Miami
Warm & Dry
7/10
Good
Around 30°C with low humidity
Lahore, Delhi, Muscat, Los Angeles
Mild
6/10
Good
Around 20°C
Islamabad, Bangalore, London, San Francisco
Cold
4/10
Average
Below 10°C
Murree, Shimla, Moscow, New York

Expert Analysis

What Makes It Unique

A unique, almost hallucinatory take on jasmine, often lauded by niche enthusiasts in the US for its tropical yet earthy depth.

Pakistan & GCC Perspective

Performs beautifully in the humid summers of the US Southeast, offering a refreshing and sophisticated floral. In cooler UK climates, it can feel like a tropical escape.

How It Compares

Versus Tom Ford Jasmin Rouge – Jazmin Yucatan offers a wilder, more aquatic, and less opulent jasmine experience.

The Controversy

Some find the 'snake plant' note more conceptual than truly wearable for all.

D.S. & Durga D.S. & Durga Jazmin Yucatan: Niche Without the Pretension

The word ‘niche’ carries considerable baggage — elitism, inaccessibility, diminishing returns. D.S. & Durga Jazmin Yucatan by D.S. & Durga cuts against all of that. Built on Aquatic, Tropical, Floral, Woody, Green, this EDP is sophisticated without being alienating, distinctive without being difficult. For any buyer where quality and uniqueness command a genuine premium, D.S. & Durga Jazmin Yucatan positions itself as an intelligent investment.

A unique, almost hallucinatory take on jasmine, often lauded by niche enthusiasts in the US for its tropical yet earthy depth.

How D.S. & Durga Jazmin Yucatan Smells: Notes & Development

D.S. & Durga Jazmin Yucatan opens with Water notes, Passionfruit and Bergamot — the first impression as it hits the skin. Once that burns off, usually inside the first half hour, the heart turns to Jasmine, Opoponax and Clove. What lingers on skin and clothing hours later is the base: Snake Plant, Vetiver and Labdanum.

Strip it back to the bones and the profile reads Aquatic, Tropical, Floral, Woody, Green — the kind of profile that rewards a second and third wearing.

Performance: Longevity, Sillage & Versatility

Longevity (7/10): D.S. & Durga Jazmin Yucatan delivers strong longevity for EDP. On most skin types expect 5–8 hours. A midday touch-up is rarely necessary but can extend the experience on special occasions.

Sillage (6/10): D.S. & Durga Jazmin Yucatan projects at a social distance, noticeable without overwhelming. Application to pulse points — wrists, neck, and behind the ears — maximises projection without overwhelming the room.

Versatility (7/10): D.S. & Durga Jazmin Yucatan is context-aware, performing well across a range of situations without feeling mismatched. From casual daytime to formal evening, it adapts without feeling out of place.

Value (6/10): Pricing at around $150 feels appropriate for what you get — neither a bargain nor an overreach.

Climate Performance: Where D.S. & Durga Jazmin Yucatan Works Best

Of the five climate zones we score, D.S. & Durga Jazmin Yucatan does best in extreme heat (Riyadh, Phoenix) at 9/10 — it keeps its shape there instead of turning sharp or fading fast. The number to watch is cold (Murree, New York) at 4/10, where you are better off reaching for something else.

Performs beautifully in the humid summers of the US Southeast, offering a refreshing and sophisticated floral. In cooler UK climates, it can feel like a tropical escape.

That result traces back to the composition: Vetiver and Labdanum are materials that hold their shape as the temperature climbs, rather than thinning out.

Its average across all five zones is 6.8/10 — broad enough to wear most of the year without second-guessing the weather.

To see how it ranks against every other fragrance for your conditions, run the Climate Matcher.

When to Wear D.S. & Durga Jazmin Yucatan

D.S. & Durga Jazmin Yucatan is best suited to Daily, Casual, Spring/Summer Events. Its projection is calibrated for the occasions listed — confident enough to register, controlled enough to remain appropriate in close quarters.

Seasonally, D.S. & Durga Jazmin Yucatan performs best in Summer, Spring. The climate data supports this range, though performance at the extremes — deep cold or intense heat — may vary.

Versus Tom Ford Jasmin Rouge – Jazmin Yucatan offers a wilder, more aquatic, and less opulent jasmine experience.

Price & Value

Internationally, D.S. & Durga Jazmin Yucatan sits at $150–$250. That puts it in the premium designer bracket — a meaningful spend, but well short of niche-exclusive pricing.

Regional pricing: PKR 25,000–40,000 in Pakistan, AED 500–800 in the UAE. The currency switcher at the top of this page converts every price on the site — EUR, GBP, SAR and more — using current rates.

Where to buy: Internationally: Sephora, Luckyscent, Independent Boutiques. GCC/UAE: Select Niche Boutiques. Pakistan: Limited Niche Boutiques, Grey Market.

Verdict

D.S. & Durga Jazmin Yucatan earns its premium through genuine distinction rather than marketing mythology — a fragrance that rewards the wearer rather than impressing bystanders.

An overall 6.4/10 puts D.S. & Durga Jazmin Yucatan in solid-but-situational territory: strong where it is strong, ordinary elsewhere. Match it to the right season and occasion and it pays off.

Some find the 'snake plant' note more conceptual than truly wearable for all.

Still deciding? Put it head-to-head against anything else in the database — scores, notes and prices side by side.

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does D.S. & Durga Jazmin Yucatan last?

D.S. & Durga Jazmin Yucatan has a longevity score of 7/10. On average skin, expect 5–8 hours. Performance can vary with skin type, application method, and ambient temperature — heat accelerates diffusion while dry skin absorbs fragrance faster.

Is D.S. & Durga Jazmin Yucatan worth the price?

At around $150, D.S. & Durga Jazmin Yucatan by D.S. & Durga is fairly priced for what it delivers. Its performance scores, climate range, and composition quality make it a considered purchase — evaluate your priorities against the alternatives before committing.

What does D.S. & Durga Jazmin Yucatan smell like?

D.S. & Durga Jazmin Yucatan is characterised by Aquatic, Tropical, Floral, Woody, Green accords. Opening with Water notes and Passionfruit, the heart revolves around Jasmine and Opoponax, settling into a base of Snake Plant and Vetiver.

Is D.S. & Durga Jazmin Yucatan good for hot or humid weather?

D.S. & Durga Jazmin Yucatan performs exceptionally in hot and humid conditions (score: 9/10). It maintains its character without turning sharp or sour — a genuine recommendation anywhere summers are serious, from the Gulf to Southeast Asia to the American South.

Is D.S. & Durga Jazmin Yucatan for men or women?

D.S. & Durga Jazmin Yucatan is marketed as a Unisex fragrance. In practice, its character is better defined by its composition than by any marketing category.